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Poem for May 12, 2024

The poem for May 12, 2024 is "Lest this be Heaven indeed" by Emily Dickinson.

Lest this be Heaven indeed

by Emily Dickinson

Lest this be Heaven indeed

An Obstacle is given

That always gauges a Degree

Between Ourself and Heaven.

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Daily date
May 12, 2024
Poem
Lest this be Heaven indeed
Poet
Emily Dickinson
Themes
death, faith, identity, choice

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